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Desktop Computers

BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL

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09 Mar 2026 at 09:34

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council focused on the acquisition of desktop computers, falling under the goods category. This contract, part of the council's IT refresh programme, entailed replacing 60 end-of-life units to ensure continued operational reliability. The procurement method was limited, below the threshold with a restricted competition approach. The awarding stage was reached on 9th March 2026, and the subsequent contract commenced with the start date on 10th February 2026, concluding on 9th March 2026. XMA LIMITED, a large company based in Nottingham, was selected as the supplier. The total contract value was approximately £43,071.12 and highlighted the commitment to maintaining up-to-date technological infrastructure within the council's operations.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT hardware, particularly those with a capability to supply large quantities of technology products under limited competition settings. IT service providers and companies with expertise in public sector contracts will find this procurement favourable, especially those with existing experience in fulfilling government contracts. Such opportunities can enable businesses to strengthen their portfolio and expand their market presence within public sector supply chains.

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Notice Title

Desktop Computers

Notice Description

Replacement of 60 end-of-life desktop computers to support IT's refresh programme and ensure continued operational reliability.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0664e6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020711-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages


CPV Codes

30213300 - Desktop computer

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£35,892 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
10 Feb 2026 - 9 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BOURNEMOUTH, CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BOURNEMOUTH
Postcode
BH2 6DY
Post Town
Bournemouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Electoral Ward
Bournemouth Central
Westminster Constituency
Bournemouth West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

XMA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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